Empowering Your Child's Journey to Literacy: A Comprehensive Guide to Teaching Reading at Home

(Note: This blog post is inspired by a video transcript from a homeschooling parent sharing her experience using a specific reading curriculum. For more detailed insights, please refer to the original video above.)

Hello, dear readers! Today, I want to share with you a remarkable tool that has been instrumental in my journey of homeschooling my five children. As a mother who has successfully taught three of my children to read and is currently teaching the fourth, I believe I've found a resource that could be beneficial to many parents out there.


The tool I'm referring to is a book that has become a cornerstone of our homeschooling curriculum. It's a comprehensive guide that simplifies the process of teaching your child to read. The book is quite hefty, but don't let its size intimidate you. It's packed with valuable content that will guide you step by step in teaching your child to read.

The book is structured into 100 lessons that progressively increase in difficulty. This structure allows your child to gradually build their reading skills without feeling overwhelmed. The lessons start with teaching the basic sounds of the alphabet. As you progress, the book introduces more complex concepts such as blends, silent letters, and phonics rules.

One of the aspects I appreciate about this book is its detailed script for the teacher. It provides clear instructions on what you, as the teacher, should say and what actions your child should take. This guidance makes it easier for you to lead the lessons and ensures that your child is learning effectively.

The book also includes a variety of exercises to reinforce the concepts taught in each lesson. For instance, there are exercises that involve saying words slowly and then saying them fast. This practice helps children understand how to blend sounds smoothly to form words. There are also rhyming exercises that help children understand how to start with a letter and blend the word.

Another feature of this book that I find beneficial is the inclusion of stories at the end of each lesson. These stories provide an opportunity for your child to apply what they've learned in a practical context. They also serve as a motivational tool, as children often find it exciting to be able to read a story by themselves.

It's important to note that the pace at which you go through the lessons should be tailored to your child's readiness and eagerness to learn. Some children might be able to go through multiple lessons in a day, while others might need to take it slower. The key is to ensure that your child is enjoying the learning process and not feeling pressured or overwhelmed.

In my experience, by the time my children completed the 100 lessons, they were reading at about a grade two level. This achievement is a testament to the effectiveness of this book as a reading curriculum. However, it's also essential to supplement the lessons with other reading materials, such as children's books, to provide variety and keep your child engaged.

Teaching your child to read is a rewarding journey that strengthens your bond with your child and sets the foundation for their academic success. With the right tools and approach, you can make this journey enjoyable and fruitful. If you're looking for a comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide to teaching your child to read, I highly recommend this book. It has been a great fit for our family, and I believe it could be for yours too.

Stay tuned for more homeschooling content, and remember, every child's learning journey is unique and beautiful in its own way. Happy teaching!


"After Five" Through "After One Hundred" Phonics 

All-in-One Bundle 


Are you ready to take your child's reading journey to the next level? Our "After Five" Through "After One Hundred" Phonics All-in-One Bundle is the perfect companion to the "Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons" curriculum.

This comprehensive bundle is packed with phonics activities, flashcards, and crafts that align with each lesson from 1 to 100. Plus, we've included writing practice sheets to reinforce the sounds your child is learning. And the best part? Everything is available in both color and black and white.

We understand that repetition is key for young learners, and while "Teach Your Child to Read" has built-in repetition, our bundle offers even more opportunities for practice. But it's not just about repetition - it's about making learning fun and engaging. Our crafts and hands-on activities bring each lesson to life, keeping your child excited and motivated.

Don't just take our word for it. One of our customers said, "Love these printables. It was the main thing that made this program doable for us. My son really struggled with the book and was bored with it quickly, but he tolerated it when he got to do these lessons afterwards."

So, are you ready to enhance your child's reading experience? Click the link below to purchase the "After Five" Through "After One Hundred" Phonics All-in-One Bundle today. Let's make reading fun, engaging, and successful for your child!


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